Dear Michael: I don’t get no respect!

Michael Serode

Sunday

Oct 28, 2012 at 12:01 AMOct 28, 2012 at 7:07 PM

I’m 23 years old and just got this job at a restaurant as a shift manager. I’ve only been there for about a month now but all the other shift managers, including the general manager are all much older than I am.

Dear Michael,

I’m 23 years old and just got this job at a restaurant as a shift manager. I’ve only been there for about a month now but all the other shift managers, including the general manager are all much older than I am. Personally, I don’t have a problem with this, but it seems like they have a problem with me being so young. They don’t show me the same respect they show each other and it’s very frustrating. I really need this job right now, and it’s such a shame that the environment isn’t peaceful. Any tips or advice on getting my coworkers to respect me?

Sincerely, The New (Young) Girl

Dear New Girl,

I’m pretty sure this is a problem you’ll experience anywhere you go that employs a seasoned staff. You have to roll with the punches, Dollface. Make them respect you! Show them you’re not just another pretty young face and that you have what it takes to be one of them! If that doesn’t work, they’re all just jealous and bitter. Remember to always smile be kind!

Love, Your Diva Michael

Dear Michael,

My boyfriend and I have been dating for a little over two years now and everything is roses most of the time. He is four years older than I, but it never seemed to matter before. As of late, I find that his once loving advice is becoming more fatherly, almost like he’s trying to parent me or something. Needless to say I’ve had ENOUGH. What should I do? Help!

Sincerely, Daddy Issues

Dear Daddy Issues,

Nothing worse than dating your parents! Kindly tell this boy of yours to get a life! And if he wants to play Dad so bad maybe that’s something you should bring up; perhaps he wants a family? If that’s not the case then you need to show him that you are all done with being parented and need an equal partner.

Love, Your Diva Michael

Dear Michael,

I’m having a love affair with animal print! I wear it on my shoes, tops, bottoms, jewelry, and undergarments (etc.) I think I look fabulous 100 percent of the time, but that is also just my personal opinion. I’m trying to keep it classy, not trashy. What is your opinion on how much animal print is too much animal print?

Sincerely, Foxy Lady

Dear Foxy,

Absolutely, 100 percent, no such thing as too much animal print! Keep it growlin’, girlfriend!

God gave the world beautiful animals, and there’s nothing wrong with expressing our extreme gratitude!

Love, Your Diva Michael

Michael Serode is the owner/operator of Salon Serode in Pembroke, Mass., and your divine advice columnist. Send questions to salonserode@gmail.com.

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